I may or may not have bought out the entire Weekday section at the mall…whoops!
I know, I know – I have a serious problem. But in my defense, their clothes are just so stinkin’ cute I couldn’t control myself!
Now I bet you’re wondering, “Jane, I love Weekday too but I can’t afford to exclusively shop there. What are some similar affordable brands I should check out?” Ask and you shall receive, my friend!
Today I’m spilling all my secrets on the best Weekday dupes that won’t break the bank.
From minimalist styles to trendy pieces, I’ve got you covered. Stick with me and you’ll be slaying those Weekday vibes for less.
Mango
Mango is a Spanish clothing brand that offers similar fashion-forward pieces to Weekday at affordable prices.
Their clothes have a minimalist, urban vibe with lots of neutral tones and clean silhouettes.
You’ll find lots of versatile basics like t-shirts, button-downs, tanks, jeans, trousers, skirts, and dresses in muted shades like black, white, tan, gray, and neutral stripes.
I especially love their oversized blazers, trench coats, and faux leather jackets for achieving that cool Scandinavian look.
Their accessories are on point too – I’m obsessed with their geometric earrings, chain shoulder bags, and block heel booties.
And the prices are generally $50 or less for tops and dresses, $70-90 for coats and jackets, and $30-40 for shoes and bags. So while not the cheapest, Mango offers contemporary style at an affordable price point compared to Weekday.
H&M
You can’t go wrong with H&M for contemporary fast fashion at low prices. Like Weekday, they stay on top of the latest trends with fresh arrivals constantly hitting stores.
In particular, their Divided line offers lots of comparable minimalist staples. I’m talking neutral crop tops, oversized sweaters, faux leather pants, utility jackets, and more for under $30. They also have great jeans and leggings for less than $50.
And don’t sleep on their accessory game – H&M is my go-to for trendy hats, scarves, sunglasses and jewelry at bargain prices.
I recently scored an amazing dupe of the Weekday Alba shoulder bag for just $25! The quality may not be the best, but if you want to try out current fads without spending a lot, H&M has got you covered.
Zara
Another fast fashion favorite, Zara is my go-to for trendy tops, dresses, coats and more at wallet-friendly costs.
They pride themselves on rapid production to keep their inventory looking current. I can always find similar neutral ribbed bodysuits, oversized shirting, midi skirts, faux leather jackets, and loungewear sets to Weekday for around $30-60 apiece.
Zara is especially great for statement coats and jackets – I live for their long teddy bear coats and puffer vests! Their shoe game is also strong with lots of square toe mules, chunky dad sneakers, and heeled boots that give off major Scandi vibes.
Be warned their accessories and bags tend to be pricier (up to $100), but you can score some solid dupes of Weekday’s latest it-bags. Overall, lots of on-trend pieces with Weekday minimalist vibes for less.
ASOS
ASOS is an online fashion mecca offering SO many different brands across all styles and budgets. It’s like one-stop shopping for finding pieces similar to Weekday at varied price points.
They have hundreds of contemporary brands that channel Scandi minimalism – some of my faves are Collusion, Maya, Weekend Stories, Lost Ink, and Elle Rae. I can always count on them for neutral staples like button-ups, knits, and denim cut in simple silhouettes.
They also have tons of coats mimicking Weekday’s signature oversized shapes. Prices range from $20-150 so you can really shop your budget.
Lots of sales and deals too! For the best dupes, just filter search by contemporary brands in your price range. I’ve found some amazing Weekday-inspired gems hiding on ASOS.
Topshop
Topshop is a bit pricier than Weekday but offers similar on-trend streetwear and edgy basics.
Lots of ripped denim for $60-90, leather jackets for $150-200, graphic muscle tanks for $30, and slouchy joggers for $50-60.
Great for channeling that cool Scandinavian minimalist vibe through athleisure pieces and urban apparel.
I especially love their faux leather pants – they have every style from leggings to cargo to feel like such a badass Weekday girl! Their petite and tall size options are amazing too.
The prices are about 20-40% above Weekday’s, but they offer free shipping and returns to balance it out. Overall, Topshop lets you tap into your inner Scandi street style for a moderate price increase.
COS
COS is actually Weekday’s sister brand under the H&M company umbrella, so their streamlined Scandinavian style is very similar.
The prices are a bit higher than Weekday – jeans and sweaters $100-150, coats $200-300 – but you’re paying for premium quality and materials.
I love their crisp button-downs, linen sundresses, cashmere sweaters, and structured coats for emulating Weekday’s minimalist aesthetic.
Their color palette of creams, browns, grays, and blacks creates a neutral wardrobe perfect for mixing and matching. And the fabrics feel luxurious and substantial.
For closet staples I’ll wear season after season, I don’t mind splurging a little at COS. But be warned their sizing tends to run large, so size down for the perfect Weekday-inspired fit.
Monki
Monki is Weekday’s quirkier, youthful counterpart also under the H&M brand. Their assortment has a similar minimalist Scandi vibe but with more prints, graphics, loud colors, and kitschy accessories mixed in.
I’m obsessed with their crazy patterned button-downs with elephants, flamingos, and cherries for $40-50. They make me feel fun and playful like a Weekday girl! Monki also has super cute cropped sweatshirts, mom jeans with funky embroidered designs, and 90s-inspired slip dresses.
Lots of statement jewelry too like smiley face earrings, hair clips, and charm necklaces. The quality is cheap like H&M, but super fun for mixing in playful Scandi-inspired statement pieces to your wardrobe.
Mistral
Mistral is a Barcelona-based brand with a relaxed, effortless vibe akin to Weekday’s laidback minimalism.
Their pieces are focused on high quality basics in muted tones and clean cuts. I’m talking linen dresses for $100, cotton tees for $30, cashmere sweaters for $150. Mistral avoids loud logos and trendy details, opting instead for classic versatile pieces.
If you love building a capsule wardrobe with timeless essentials, Mistral is perfect for affordable, elevated basics with Scandinavian sophistication. The price per wear value is amazing. Just beware their sizing runs small, so size up for that perfect relaxed Weekday fit.
Oysho
Oysho is an Inditex brand like Zara and Bershka with a focus on loungewear and intimates. What you’ll love is their collection of casual basics like blank tees, camis, leggings, and bike shorts. I’m obsessed with their super soft cotton shirts and tanks with subtle stripes and color blocking for only $15-20.
Their leggings are such good quality too – totally opaque and thick but so comfy and breathable. And just $25 a pop! For intimates, they have lots of bralettes, undies, and socks in muted matching sets that help recreate Weekday’s tonal minimalist style.
Everything is budget-friendly and perfect for layering or wearing casually like a true Scandi girl. An amazing option for affordable Weekday basics to stock your closet.
Cider
LA-based Cider offers stylish cotton basics and linen dresses all under $100, so very comparable to Weekday’s price points. I’m talking $45 for a chic satin slip, $65 for a perfectly oversized linen button-down, $85 for wide leg linen pants.
Their relaxed silhouettes, neutral color palette of creams, washes and soft stripes, and natural fabrics like linen, cotton, and silk channel that minimalist Scandi vibe. But the styles feel modern and cool too – like their cotton poplin shirt dresses and razor-cut linen tanks.
If you want that effortless Weekday aesthetic in lightweight warm weather staples, Cider is a hidden gem. They only have a limited selection, but each piece is so versatile for building minimalist looks.
Arket
Arket is actually Weekday’s parent company H&M’s more upscale brand, but still features a similar pared back aesthetic. The quality of materials and construction is top-notch: cashmere, merino wool, silk, premium denim, etc.
So the pricing is about 30-50% above Weekday, from $60 for a tee to $250 for a coat. But you can’t beat them for timeless minimalist staples in muted earth tones like oatmeal, black, gray, navy, and olive. I’m talking crisp button-downs, fitted turtlenecks, midi wraps dresses…
You’ll look instantly chic and put together, just like in Weekday’s designs. Treat yourself to Arket’s luxe basics for an elevated take on Scandinavian style.
Uniqlo
Let’s start with their famously comfortable jeans – available in straight leg, boyfriend, and skinny fits starting at just $50. That’s a steal for denim that fits perfectly and retains its shape wear after wear.
They come in the full range of blue washes from light to medium to dark so you can pick what works best for your wardrobe. I also appreciate the cropped lengths for petite girls like me!
For knitwear, Uniqlo uses soft premium natural fabrics like cashmere and lambswool. Their cashmere crewnecks and turtlenecks come in virtually every neutral hue and retail around $100.
That’s at least $50-100 less than comparable quality cashmere at other retailers. Uniqlo’s lambswool sweaters are also amazing – super warm but not bulky or itchy. I love stocking up on their knits for layering over tees and under jackets in true Scandi style.
Speaking of jackets, let’s talk about Uniqlo’s legendary down coats and puffers. They’re toasty warm with premium down but so lightweight and packable.
The block coloring in black, gray, navy, olive are very Weekday. And starting around $150, the price can’t be beat for the quality. I basically live in my Uniqlo ultra light down compact jacket from November through April!
Uniqlo’s Heattech line adds warmth without bulk, making it perfect for recreating Weekday’s signature layered looks. I’m obsessed with their Heattech long sleeve tops and leggings to wear under dresses, sweaters, and jeans during colder months.
It uses this innovative microfiber technology that retains heat and moisture. But the fabric still feels smooth and breathable against skin – no itching or bulking. It’s a must-have for looking stylishly Scandi in the winter without freezing your buns off!
Beyond just clothes, Uniqlo offers all the basics for building a full minimalist wardrobe. Their Supima cotton tees are amazingly soft and keep their shape after repeated washes. Only $10-$20! Their wireless bras feel like you’re wearing nothing and come in adaptable neutral shades.
I also love their seamless tanks and underwear in modal blends – so great for layering smoothly under clothes. And their socks in merino wool and Heattech are durable and actually stay up. For the full Scandi experience, Uniqlo has you covered from top to bottom.
Now their styles do tend to be more understated and office-friendly vs. Weekday’s laidback urban edge. You won’t find much edgy streetwear or trendy going-out pieces. But the everyday essentials are on point.
Think versatile items to mix and match in clean-lined silhouettes and an array of muted neutrals. From black, gray and white to camel, navy and olive – all very Scandi-chic.
Everlane
If it’s quality materials and ethical manufacturing you love about Weekday, Everlane is a great affordable alternative.
Their style is all about minimalist staples in muted hues crafted from premium fabrics, just like Weekday.
I’m talking $68 Japanese denim, $50 cozy organic cotton sweaters, $78 Italian leather totes. They have all your Scandi-inspired basics covered from jeans to tees, sweaters to coats, and even shoes and accessories now too. The color palette of neutrals with occasional deep green, black, or indigo is very reminiscent of Weekday as well.
And everything is clean-lined and gender neutral for maximum versatility in building looks. If you want that purposeful, minimalist Weekday vibe with an ethical focus, you’ve met your match with Everlane.
Madewell
Madewell is my personal fave for timeless wardrobe essentials with a modern, minimalist look à la Weekday.
Expect lots of relaxed straight leg and boyfriend jeans for $128, boxy tees and tanks for $25-40, oversized shackets for $148, and slouchy knits for $60-128. Their color palette focuses on vintage washes of blue, gray, tan, ivory – perfect for pairing together effortlessly.
The quality is substantial, with lots of luxe fabrics like linen, silk, and merino wool. And the silhouette is boxy, airy, and laidback. Madewell really encapsulates that Scandi “cool girl” vibe through their basics. The prices are reasonable for the quality, especially with their frequent sales and promos.
Sandro
French brand Sandro offers elevated basics and sleek, contemporary pieces comparable to Weekday’s trend-driven styles.
They favor luxe materials like silky satin and supple leather with French-girl details like an oversized collar or trumpet sleeves. Lots of black, white, tan, neutrals and earth tones in keeping with the Scandi palette.
Their coated skinny jeans for $290 have major Weekday edge, as do their silky slip dresses for $375. Blazers, button-downs, tanks, and tees offer that polished minimalism too. It doesn’t come cheap though – be prepared to spend $200+ for most pieces. But if you want luxe fabrics and refined details inspired by Weekday’s signatures, Sandro is très chic.
Mango Outlet
If you love Mango’s contemporary minimalist style but find their regular prices still a bit high, check out the Mango Outlet section of their site.
Here you can score pieces from last season discounted up to 70% off – think a faux leather moto jacket for $60 instead of $199 or a silky slip dress for $30 instead of $99. The outlet is updated frequently with new markdowns so there’s always something new to discover. I’ve found amazing Weekday-esque sweaters, coats, jeans, and tees for under $50 a pop.
Sizing and selection can be hit or miss since it’s past season items. But if you take the time to dig, you can uncover some real gems. Pro tip: sort by size first to see what’s available in your usual. Set email alerts so you never miss a new batch of markdowns.
And don’t forget to check the sale section too for current pieces at reduced prices. With some dedication, the Mango Outlet lets you achieve the Weekday look at outlet mall prices.
M.M.LaFleur
For elevated office-ready pieces with Scandi sophistication, check out M.M.LaFleur. This NYC brand offers high-quality wardrobe essentials for working women with a muted color palette and minimalist aesthetic.
Lots of crisp button-downs in silky fabrics like matte satin and stretch cotton for $135-195. Perfectly tailored trousers in lightweight fabrics like ponte, crepe, and tropical wool for $135-235. And luxe sweaters in soft merino and cashmere blends for $195-295.
Everything comes in neutral hues like black, navy, gray, ivory – ideal for emulating Weekday’s streamlined Scandinavian style. Extra thought is put into making pieces wrinkle-resistant and machine washable for busy modern women.
The price point is high, but the quality and craftsmanship is apparent in each garment. Professional women who want Weekday’s minimalism in their work wardrobe will love M.M.LaFleur.
Reformation
LA-based brand Reformation blends contemporary style with sustainable practices for dreamy dresses and separates with Scandi appeal.
They’re known for making feminine silhouettes look modern and cool through chunky knits, relaxed cuts, and neutral hues. Lots of easy linen sundresses, ribbed tanks and cardigans, and vintage wash denim at accessible price points.
Their color palette of faded black, off-white, sage green, and soft blue is very aligned with Weekday’s muted tones. Reformation puts effort into using renewable fabrics like Tencel and lyocell and upcycling vintage pieces.
So you can feel good about their environmentally conscious practices. While they lack Weekday’s edgier urban style, Reformation nails the minimalist sustainable look for the modern eco-conscious woman.
Toast
UK-based Toast offers simple yet chic staples all ethically made from natural fabrics. Lots of airy linen tops and button-downs, swingy cotton and wool midi dresses, relaxed trousers and jeans. Perfect for channeling Weekday’s laidback Scandi vibe.
Their muted color palette focuses on off-whites, pale blues, and heathered grays – ideal for easy mixing and matching. While the prices are on the higher end (think $150-$400), you’re paying for artisanal craftsmanship and sustainable materials.
Toast’s pieces are meant to be worn and loved for years. For a minimalist wardrobe of timeless, ethical everyday essentials, Toast is a worthy Weekday alternative. Just budget accordingly and treat their classics as long-term investments in your signature Scandi style.
Cuyana
SF-brand Cuyana creates elevated wardrobe staples from luxurious fabrics for a polished minimalist look à la Weekday.
They utilize sustainably sourced materials like Peruvian Pima cotton, Mongolian cashmere, Italian wool. Everything from cozy turtlenecks to sleek trench coats in muted neutrals and earth tones.
The quality and craftsmanship is apparent across their core collection of tees, button-downs, sweater, jeans, and dresses priced $100-$500. While the investment is significant, their everyday pieces promise versatility, durability, and timeless style.
Cuyana avoids loud logos and trendy details, opting instead for a “less but better” approach to basics. If you want to build a luxe capsule wardrobe of long-lasting Weekday-inspired essentials, Cuyana is a splurge-worthy option that won’t go out of style.
